An Horry County mother and her boyfriend were arrested, and their children were placed in protective custody after officers found their home filled with piles of trash, animal waste, various insects, animals in poor condition, and an “unbearable” odor, according to a police report. The children, who were reportedly covered in bites and sores and appeared to be dirty, were taken into emergency protective custody, the report states.

An Horry County mother and her boyfriend were arrested, and their children were placed in protective custody after officers found their home filled with piles of trash, animal waste, various insects, animals in poor condition, and an “unbearable” odor, according to a police report. The children, who were reportedly covered in bites and sores and appeared to be dirty, were taken into emergency protective custody, the report states.

The Horizon Science Academy - Springfield closed early Monday afternoon due to a power failure that shut down school computers and the phone system.

The school is asking parents to pick up students at the school as soon as possible.

There is no danger to staff or students.

The power outage was caused by a single-vehicle accident on Reynolds Road near Hill. At approximately 2:30 p.m., a van struck a utility pole, causing power failure for those in the area, including the school. There were no injuries reported.